In this classical Ballet workshop, students will learn about the history, hype, and how-to of famous advanced steps in classical Ballet. During our time together we will focus on the following advanced coordinations/moves: fouettés and Italian fouettés, entrechat quatre and entrechat six, and entrelace/grand jete en tournant. 

Class Topic #1: Turns: Fouettés & Italian Fouettés 
At the beginning of class we will start with a discussion on different Fouetté turns, including a short history, terminology, and break down of movement. We will also watch a couple clips from the well-known classical Ballets, Swan Lake and Paquita, demonstrating these coordinations performed on stage. After this we will begin a Ballet barre warmup together, focusing on specific exercises geared towards proper placement and preparation for building strength and control in our turns. Once the student has accomplished this, we will move on to the center to practice and make progress in each of the turns. To end class we will take some time to properly cool down and discuss any questions.

Class Topic #2: Batterie/Battu: Entrechat Quatre & Entrechat Six
At the beginning of class we will start with a discussion on different small jumps with batterie/battu, including a short history, terminology, and break down of movement. We will also watch a couple clips from the well-known classical Ballets, Raymonda and Giselle, demonstrating these coordinations performed on stage. After this we will begin a Ballet bare warmup together focusing on specific exercises geared towards proper placement, power, and coordination for small jumps. Once the student has accomplished this, we will move on to the center to practice and make progress in entrechat quatre and six. To end class we will take some time to properly cool down and discuss any questions.

Class Topic #3: Grand Allegro: Entrelace/Grand Jete en Tournant
At the beginning of class we will start with a discussion on grand allegro, specifically interlace/grand jete en tournant, including a short history, terminology, and break down of movement. We will also watch a couple clips from well-known classical Ballets demonstrating these coordinations performed on stage. After this we will begin a Ballet bare warmup together focusing on specific exercises geared towards proper placement, power, and coordination for big jumps and grand allegro. Once the student has accomplished this, we will move on to the center to practice and make progress in preparation for interlace/grand jete en tournant. To end class we will take some time to properly cool down and discuss any questions.

This class is intended as a fun challenge for the intermediate/advanced level and learners will follow along with the instructor at a moderate to fast pace. Some previous experience is recommended, at least 2-3 years of Ballet. Any questions or comments are welcomed and will be answered during class time.